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Bailey Nurseries · 12 hours ago

Assistant Foreperson - Shipping (Bailey Nurseries)

Newport, Minnesota

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Bailey Nurseries is a company focused on the shipping of plants, and they are seeking an Assistant Foreperson to support the daily operations of the shipping department. The role involves guiding the shipping team, ensuring accurate and safe packaging and shipping of plants, and fostering a positive work environment.

Food and Beverage

Responsibilities

Assist the Shipping Foreperson in coordinating daily shipping schedules and priorities

Supervise and train employees in proper handling, labeling and packing of plants

Ensure all orders (both internal and external) are accurately pulled, staged, loaded for delivery and proper paperwork, documentation and notifications are completed accurately

Communicate effectively with inventory, logistics team, and other internal ship points to ensure timely order fulfillment

Inspect product before shipping to maintain quality standards and prevent damage

Ensure crew leaders have proper supplies/equipment and information needed for a safe and efficient workflow

Monitor process inputs/outputs to assure maximum productivity. Tracking daily performance against metrics and benchmarks set by Foreperson

Practice and enforce Bailey Nurseries company policies and safety protocols

Be familiar with operating the necessary equipment needed in the process. Including but not limited to pallet jacks, forklifts and golfcarts

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Supervisory skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsBasic computer skillsBilingual in SpanishCultural awarenessTime-management skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Basic computer skills and ability to read and complete documents, reports, and computer tasks in English, required

Strong communication skills and a willingness to collaborate closely with a diverse, multicultural workforce; openness to learning about different cultures and languages is valued

Ability to assess tasks and suggest improvements to efficiency, quality, and safety

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Willingness and availability to work extended hours, including weekends during peak season, as required